0000165069 00000 n Pay and Display Meter 1. Ave., near the southern end of town. Less than a mile away, get to know the neighborhood with a stroll in Ephrata Park or a bike ride along the local rail trail. Warwick Township anticipates completing the segment from Picnic Woods road to Old Rothsville road by the end of 2017. May return when finished. Good parking with PortaJohn. We would do it again if we are in the area! %%EOF Landmarks and Outdoors, Hiking Trail . Built on an abandoned corridor of the Reading Railroad, the Lititz-Warwick Trailway traverses developed and agricultural land in this area. Third Lake . The Ephrata to Warwick Rail Trail is constructed along an abandoned section of the Reading Railroad. Thrive. but there is not a designated area-ie. Ephrata Township Community Park. Pull into the parking lot and you'll see our share to your left. The trail is a walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing destination for the community. It's a self-service bike rental for which you can pay online for 2 or 4 hours of use. (We walk this trail a lot!!) Phase 3, which will be completed in 2012 or later, will extend the Linear Park further north to Pine Street, near the borough's north end. 0001268779 00000 n There is also a really cute little elf village near the rothsville portion in a shaded area on the side. I'd like to give it 5 stars, because I'm sure many people work hard to maintain it. If you know where the WIC office is this is almost directly across the street from it. Just Trash everywhere and the rails are left on the side of the trail to rot its not an enjoyable experience for railfans. I even enjoyed a few alternative routes around a park and a school. xref 0000000016 00000 n Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail 7.1 miles, paved (some cinders), easy Warwick Township Lions Park 20 Twin Brook Road, Lititz paved, easy Warwick Township Municipal Park Clay Road, Lititz 0.62 miles, paved, easy West Earl Community Park Trail along Route 772, Brownstown (across road from Sylvan B Fisher Township Park) 1/2 mile, paved, easy 0000311140 00000 n 0000945884 00000 n S: -N$8\8+44\ 0z Mr}Aw7I |$. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. A few other bikes had water bottle holders. Trails are shared-use when they allow people to walk, ride bikes, or use wheelchairs to share the surface. Portions of the trail open in the evening. It passes bridges, old tunnels, and other historic remnants of the areas past life in shipping. A small section is dirt/small gravel but very easy to ride on. A small playground trailside offers shade and a few picnic tables with nearby porta-potty. 0001259048 00000 n 0001241503 00000 n The WERT is popular for walkers and runners and bicyclists year-round and skiers in the winter. 5&G. 0001246324 00000 n Thanks to the completed paving in 2020, this trail is great for a wide range of users. Altitude change. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. It runs along Chiques Creek and is lined with trees. Seeking sightseeing Downtown Lancaster and The Amish Village are both within a short drive!-- THE PROPERTY -- Transit. On the other end, an additional 2000ft. There are plans for it to be connected to the Conewago Recreation Trail on the northwest end and to the Enola Low Grade Trail to the south. The trail represents a huge win for connectivity in our County. 0001342100 00000 n We rode our bikes 7 miles from Ephrata to Lititz and arrived at lunch time a break and some nourishment in town. endstream endobj 5 0 obj <> endobj 6 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 2808.0 1728.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 7 0 obj [/ICCBased 32 0 R] endobj 8 0 obj <>stream Administration & StaffCode of OrdinancesContacts DirectoryMeeting Minutes & AgendasMeetingsRight-To-KnowStormwaterTaxes & Fees. No lawn, max 2 parking spaces. %PDF-1.5 % I'm planning on a night bike ride next spring. Currently, two sections of the trail have been completed. 0001242062 00000 n 0001271662 00000 n PLEASE finish it this will be one of the best trails around once complete!! It makes for a very dirty bike. 0001349066 00000 n Parking locations includea small seven space parking lot where the trail crosses at 78 East Queen Street in Ephrata. Questions? 0001349130 00000 n <]/Prev 1427198>> It's a very nice well maintained trail. To request use of the WERT for a scheduled event, complete this REQUEST for USE. 0001347016 00000 n Great trail! startxref 0001296212 00000 n That would be a great addition to the town" 2. One can now utilize this 7.2 mile trail to travel from the Lititz Borough /Warwick township line to Rte. This trails is a popular trail that connects two cute northern Lancaster County small towns, Lititz and Ephrata. This trail is great but it took a long time for it to be completed. The trailway is also a junction for several other trails in the community, namely the Bonfield Trail through the John Bonfield Elementary School Complex, the Newport Square Trail Trailway to Newport Road, and the Warwick Township Municipal Campus Trail at the Complexs parking area. It took 2.5 hours to ride the whole thing. 0001241739 00000 n Remember, this is our "first ride", so we weren't sure what to expect. RonStief@lititzrec.com. The long awaited extension of the trail into Akron Borough was openend on january 1st 2015. trailer Here, users are advised to be aware of farm equipment crossing the trail, stay a safe distance away, and observe posted rules and regulations. 0000945884 00000 n Maritime Light Buoy 4. After time in Lititz we got back on the trail and got to Ephrata Linear parking lot in about 40 minutes. View history Pennsylvania Rail Trails are former railway lines that have been converted to paths designed for pedestrian, bicycle, skating, equestrian, or light motorized traffic. Yahoo!!!!!! 0001262211 00000 n The trail starts at Broad Street in Lititz Borough, and then extends along the former Reading Railroad corridor, and ends at West Chestnut Street in Ephrata Borough. 0001346953 00000 n It was busy on a Saturday. 0001241614 00000 n (Groh) The Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail splits the difference between Lancaster farmland and the wooded Linear Park of Ephrata. The trail features a mild grade running across paved and unpaved sections. 314 ft. Altitude max. Still a great little trail, while too short to be a destination ride on it's own, there are several other nice trails nearby. 406 ft. Altitude start. 0001241614 00000 n 0000947206 00000 n endstream endobj 5 0 obj <> endobj 6 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 2808.0 1728.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 7 0 obj [/ICCBased 32 0 R] endobj 8 0 obj <>stream Springfield 6. 0001341023 00000 n 0001268779 00000 n The trail itself is great, was just very short. Two segments of the trail have recently been completed. Though the easternmost endpoint is located a bit farther north, at Hazel Alley and Acorn Alley, its best to begin your journey 0.5 mile along the trail at Ephrata Linear Park, where parking is available. Built from a converted right-of-way of the Reading Railroad, the WERT connects Ephrata with several nearby communities via a well-maintained trail. Click Here to sign up for the Bike Share! Visitors can use the options on this page to select one or more parameters to search for a specific project. 0001342514 00000 n The small section of the trail between Fulton Ave. and the Ephrata Review parking lot runs on an embankment behind the borough's municipal building and police department. 0001242062 00000 n Please check with the trail owner before you go. Click HERE to view a map of the trail. This middle section was opened to the public, yesterday , 12/28/2018. 4 0 obj <> endobj Parking and Trail Access. It connects three towns: Lititz, Akron, and Ephrata. %PDF-1.5 % 0000945381 00000 n On the street of Millway Road and street number is 106-96. . Warwick Ephrata Rail Trail is now open - aerial drone view 5,126 views Jan 1, 2019 Our community has been anxiously awaiting the completion of the Warwick Ephrata Rail Trail. All group/organization/event use must be pre-approved due to traffic, trail user, and public safety. Part of the trail project involves converting the abandoned Rt. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. Always fully stocked with pooper baggies for the four legged walkers, and always quiet and clean. When the rail line was built during the Civil War, there was debate about whether the terrain was suitable for a rail line and if cutting a mere 25 miles off a trip from New York to Washington, D.C., was worth the investment, particularly when a rail line already existed through Harrisburg. It's a great little trail, and my kids love stopping at the beautiful Warwick Twp park that the trail goes through. Another downside is the 11 road crossing that can be very challenging depending on time of day. Rosemont 1. 0000785705 00000 n I often exit of the trail onto Front street in Lititz and ride over to the Warwick/Lititz Linear park and then back for a 10 mile loop. 0001344383 00000 n 0000457877 00000 n In the future, this trail could be accessible from Salunga. Current segments of the trail will be fully connected when the Martic Forge Trestle is repaired from a 2018 arson. I find the trail very well kept. Train for a 5 k, half marathon or a Leisurely bike ride on this trail thru preserved farms, and the heart of the 1900's industrial era of Ephrata. Flag. This new segment from Parkview Ave in Ephrata Borough extends the trail 1.3 miles to Fulton Street in Akron. On the eastern side, Ephrata Borough is in the planning stages for an extension north to West Pine Street, with an estimated completion date of 2020. It is in Warwick Township. This trail is now open from Lititz to Ephrata. The NLCRPD PATROL OPERATIONS FIELD SERVICES UNIT remains available on a 24/7/365 basis via the Lancaster County Communications Center at 911 for emergencies or at Police Dispatch: (717) 664-1180 or (800) 957-2677 to investigate any violations of the rail trail use or other suspicious activities on the rail trail. 0000784856 00000 n Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail The recently completed Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail connects three of Lancaster County's most vibrant downtowns - Lititz, Akron and Ephrata - via an eight-mile trail along the former Reading and Columbia rail line. Check out this 5.3-mile out-and-back trail near Ephrata, Pennsylvania. It has been updated to show 2 electric car charging stations that are located in Ephrata Borough. 0001343082 00000 n 0000944314 00000 n Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail. 0001344320 00000 n A view from the Warwick-Ephrata trail, which is more rural towards the Warwick side. This apartment community also offers amenities such as Two reserved parking spaces, Ephrata School District and Convenient access to Route 222 and is located on 35 Fulton Street in the 17501 zip code. At Millway Road in about 2.7 miles, parking and a restroom are available. The Lititz-Warwick Trailway is a short, but sweet trail that passes two beautiful, historical structures. Currently, the trail runs just over 7.5 miles through the three aforementioned boroughs, as well as Ephrata and Warwick townships. 0 0001340900 00000 n 0001241503 00000 n Dave Harp Parks, trails and natural areas in Chesapeake Bay states have been slammed this spring and early summer as the masses head outdoors seeking relief from coronavirus stay-at-home orders. Millway and Rothsville Rd. socialShareJs.setup('Check out this great facility for Ephrata Borough, PA', 'https://www.ephrataboro.org/facilities/facility/details/Warwick-to-Ephrata-Rail-Trail-WERT-1'); Availability Subscribe to Calendar Updates today February 12 February 18, 2023 15 groceries, 53 restaurants, 3 parks. 0001271076 00000 n The trail is a pleasant mix of small town "urban" and farmland and with all of the leaves off the trees there were some nice long views of the Lancaster County countryside as you climb and descend several small hills. hbbd```b``~"m@$K0LA[,{ ]"5jNIfn.HW &A$LY0 Click on the image to view a larger printable version of the Trail Access Guide (the WERT Brochureis available in the menu to the left; however,the map in the brochure does not show the car charging stations), Lancaster County315 Clay Road, Lititz, PA 17543(717) 626-8900, Disclaimer | Government Websites by CivicPlus, WTMA (Warwick Township Municipal Authority), Warwick Emergency Services Commission (WESC), Northern Lancaster County RegionalPolice Department (NLCRPD), Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department (NLCRPD), Warwick Regional Recreation Commission (WRRC), Find information about animals on a residential property. Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. Clarence Schock Memorial Park Trails at Governor Dick, Girls Scout Trail - Chickies Rock County Park, Leacock Township Community Civic Park Trail, Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center Trails, Warwick Township Municipal Campus Park Trail, Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center. Rode entire trail. Just a few minutes drive from the store. go out explore, send photos!!!!!!!! The NLCRPD provides links to the information on the rail trail and a detailed explanation below. Go 3.1 miles, and turn left into the trailhead parking lot. It's a real bummer, but I suppose that's just the reality of the location. It also provides valuable links between nearby subdivisions, and will eventually extend both westward to Lititz-Springs Park and eastward to the Ephrata Linear Park. find trail maps, reviews, photos & driving directions on traillink.com . 0001270759 00000 n Ephrata, PA 17522), 0 Block of East Queen St. Ephrata, PA 17522, Ephrata Linear Park / Winters Leadership Memorial located along and accessible from 200 Block of Railroad Ave. Ephrata, PA 17522. Love this trail. Places. The trail features a mild grade running across paved and unpaved sections. Location: Northwest of ElizabethtownSee Map (PDF). Roscoe 1. More Stats for Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail multi-use trail trail. I've lived in Lancaster County for nearly 20 years - I'm fine with the standard cow poo smell, but the liquid stuff is unbearable and it gets in your clothes, hair, and skin. Paved for about 3 miles from downtown Ephrata. General Purpose Warning Light 8. Schaumburg 5. Downloadable maps of the trail are available online and show available parking, rest stops, points of interest and more. Great for walking or jogging or for a quick short ride. 0001263405 00000 n A gravel trail passing through farmland. 8Mile Marker Feature Future Trail Extension Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail - crushed stone Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail - asphalt Access Point Information Stop Before Crossing Covered Bridge Bike Rental Bike Only Parking NORTH Lancaster CountyChester York Berks Lebanon Dauphin Pennsylvania TRAIL LOCATION NORTH 0 0.5 1.0 2.0 Kilometers To the north, it continues into a wooded area of Lebanon County. 0000002706 00000 n Easy to make a loop in Akron to connect Lloyd H Roland Memorial Park 'East' of the trail on Main Street. The 1,620 sq. CAUTION: YOU MUST STOP BEFORE CROSSING ANY PUBLIC ROAD! I don't ride bikes a lot, but my friend told me that the rental bikes are very good quality. Our Active Transportation Plan promotes trails as an important part of our mission to connect Lancaster County. 7 0 obj <> endobj $(document).ready(function () { Hl y~nUS;rvp}{.4Y9. The Warwick to Ephrata Rail-Trail (WERT) is a system that connects the following municipalities: Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Ephrata Township, Akron Borough, and Ephrata Borough. The apartments also border the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. Easy to connect to the Warwick section on back roads. There were lots of people using the trail, mostly walkers but also runners and several other riders. A flight of stairs that branches off to the east provides acess to the Brickyard Trail, a walking path that extends through the valley before climing a steep hill to the adjacent development. Extension southward from Pointivew Ave. to connect with a trail that officials in Akron and Ephrata and Warwick townships plan to construct along an additional 4 miles of the defunct rail line, is also anticipated. Well done trail that, when completed, will be an excellent destination trail. Location: Turkey Hill to Safe Harbor Railroad Trestle / Martic Forge Trestle to east end of Quarryville BoroughSee Maps (PDF), Length: Current: 15 miles (Planned: 29 miles), Surface: Crushed Stone with Unimproved Sections. Lititz is cute as a button for all kinds of shopping and history. I hope to ride this trail many times throughout the year. Although the completed portion of the trail currently begins in the parking lot next to the Ephrata Review building off E. Main Street, it is best accessed from a free, public parking lot off Fulton Ave. Peoria 4. 0 It also shows parking areas and restrooms, as well as covered bridges along the trail. 0001342240 00000 n The Warwick Township Municipal Authority also includes restrooms and the closest trail parking to the Lititz terminus. Bathrooms are available in multiple locations along the trail. Flag. 0001344867 00000 n It has a good mixture of sun and shade but keep sunblock handy for the little ones some stretches don't have shade. 363 ft. 0001342374 00000 n From downtown Ephrata to Akron and return. Instead of following a railroad, the Northwest River Trail runs along an old canal route. It is expected that work on extending the trail to Millway Road in Ephrata township will begin this Spring. Chickies Rock County Park 7 Hiking "This is a short hike to a nice overlook over the Susquehanna river. 0001342632 00000 n 0001254858 00000 n 0001252586 00000 n 0001343619 00000 n 0000945381 00000 n Miamyah16. Nearby bus routes include 12, 1E, and 33. Lighted (lit didn't look right)for the first 2.5 of those miles. The Conewago Recreation Trail is a former railroad that was repurposed in the 1980s. 0000002766 00000 n 105 0 obj <>stream One bike had a basket which was convenient. Some portions Dawn-Dusk. This portion of trail is paved and lit. WONDERFUL! Great to be alive. Ephrata Borough M a o r R i c h a r d D . The map below illustrates the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT). As retired folks, although we are not in bad shape, we feel we need the exercise and just the chance to get out and enjoy the outdoors. 0000000016 00000 n iJZiL J1"T 44scJ 2a#K> %g ~+4qRF}44H>d0-bWW~x>`M^L1?>d/{Y`YY|p?4Y_~+_ L( Y5 :>~\fE;mq4icHjp|NKH,nJh% -Y2J,)8TV]:Nd"MKM3#~OK~_373_+>C' x~x?1)>%_W4,G~V;9&vOiytp@JHxI4d%VtcUSh#TI&o?L(tEZiBv!L'+>QgZl P5|p]hUimQ_>Tc,Q s/=0d:Mk2bJy(*F03 We did the trail out to Oak St. then up to Newport Road. As a newbie to riding a bike, but a long term hiker/walker, this is one of my favorite trail/bikeways. The Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT) is an incredible way to experience Ephrata's incredible natural beauty in a new way. The map below illustrates the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT). Well maintained. 107 W Sunset Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522 is a twin home listed closed at $180,000. Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail trail Lititz, Akron, Ephrata Ideal Bike Type: Gravel or Hybrid Distance: 7.1 one way Our local rail-trail. Great mix of town and country scenery. 0001264782 00000 n 0000165069 00000 n Find 18 photos of the 107 W Sunset Avenue home on Xome. . Many scenic vistas! The surface is a combination of paved and crushed stone. The calendar below will have all WERT events/races listed. The next phase, slated to begin in mid-2010, will take the trail north of Main Street, past the old train station, to a caboose that the borough purchased from the Reading Railroad next to State Street. 0000311140 00000 n We want to walk the trail in the Lititz-Warwick area next. 0000946851 00000 n Communities along the path are collaborating and working on their part of the trail to bring this vision to life. endstream endobj startxref Lancaster County Planning Department, PA | Official Website 0001342374 00000 n 0001344383 00000 n 0001269131 00000 n View the TrailLink map for all options and detailed directions. 0000947206 00000 n 0001341821 00000 n Rockford 1. There is a porta potty near the middle of the trail, and at the beginning near the elementary school, a small park near the Akron bridge and a small basketball court in the ephrata portion. Skokie 1. Photos and Property Details for 35 W 4TH AVENUE, LITITZ, PA 17543. A wonderful trail to walk and ride bike on. a small seven space parking lot where the trail crosses at 78 East Queen Street in Ephrata. 0001340653 00000 n It sits in a mostly agricultural area. WERT Rules & RegulationsWERT MapWERT Brochure, If your organization, company, or group would like to host an event using the WERT or WERT access points, please submit a request using the above link. 0000784356 00000 n French Creek State Park Loop with Horseshoe Trail 6.1 mi 9.8 km 673' Up 205.1 m Up 673' Down 205.28 m Down. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. 0001350133 00000 n For the number of snow events we get, there must be a couple of minutes in the snow removal schedules the take care of the trail. Trails beginning from A to E [ edit] A MLS #pala2004820 When it opens as part of the Enola Low Grade Trail in Fall 2021, we will have a stunning view over the Susquehanna River. On the western side of the Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail, Lititz Borough is working to extend the trail about 1 mile farther west in the future. 0001262606 00000 n 0000786428 00000 n The Warwick to Ephrata Rail-Trail (WERT) is a system that connects the following municipalities: Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Ephrata Township, Akron Borough, and Ephrata Borough. 0001263405 00000 n It would be a 5 star trail for biking if it was paved. 17540; 17557; 17543 . Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department, WARWICK RAIL TRAIL ADVISORY- CAMPING PROHIBITED, Lancaster County Forensic Services Reponse Team, Contact Northern Lancaster County Regional PD. 0001349066 00000 n There are plans to connect the as of yet unimproved sections west of Quarryville with Chester County's trail system. Was on the trail on Fri. 10/14/2022. 0000944314 00000 n Easy to run and very well maintained. For Sale - 35 W 4th Ave, Lititz, PA - $375,000. Very friendly people on the trail. The 7.1-mile Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail runs from Ephrata west to Lititz in Warwick Township, following the former Reading and Columbia Railroad, which began service in 1863. Very nice maintained. warwick school board members. Excellent ride for e-bikes. All site content on the CRIMEWATCH portal is the specific and unquestionable property of the appropriate law enforcement agency that maintains, manages and administers content. Blue Marsh Lake Loop This portion also has a more urban feel than the southern section, and gives users good views of downtown Ephrata and a nearby feed mill. Content is subject to change at any time. 0001241979 00000 n now for rental rates and other information about this property. 0000784856 00000 n This is a very popular area for road biking, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The Final segment from Rothsville road to Millway road, which requires redecking and fencing the bridge over the Cocalico Creek is expected to be completed in 2018. 0000944687 00000 n 42 Reviews Length: 7.1 mi . Ephrata Township is. . Slate Cafe, 43 E. Main St.,. hb``Hf`a``f@@ HrP -~b/12O`p!{'Nb*E"D0:}OzqAuC4q XR;*>\a0bvi`1a $8,0i08p`>`vHI % +JW00H`= e=x H 2X02i` Z003@` I There are side detours that should be considered. If you turn right here, go 0.2mile, and turn right again, youll find a farmers market offering fresh fruits, vegetables, and baked goods. They are privately held but can be viewed from the trail. 0001341949 00000 n When complete, the Rail Trail will contain nearly ten miles of developed trail and connect the four communities of Ephrata Borough, Akron Borough, Warwick Township and Lititz Borough. xref 0001271076 00000 n Run. Portions of it are shaded by the tree canopy and there is also a gnome garden. The trail features 8 access points with parking and half a dozen restroom stops. I thought the bikes were very comfortable and even though I am 53 y/o - it was a comfortable 14 mile ride on the Warwick/Ephrata rail trail. Nearby bus routes include 12, 1E, and 33. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. This was our "first ride". Unlike pedestrian crosswalks in urban areas, vehicles have the right-of-way at trail crossings and are not required to stop for you. scenery!! We have a lot of hopes for our trail system. Weve walked 3 different sections so far & love how well maintained the trail is as 0001341562 00000 n 0001264782 00000 n 0001252889 00000 n Visit Rent. 0001255285 00000 n Railroad Park Rail Trail. This marker is located at the trail head to the Rail Trail. Very well developed and maintained, a relaxing walk on most any day. The trail represents a huge win for connectivity in our County. After this point, the trail becomes crushed stone and runs through farmland, though it still has some tree cover to keep your trip pleasant on a sunny day. 660 were here. Your trek to Ephrata will be about 7 miles, with a round trip distance of . 0001342765 00000 n We've been using this abandoned rail line for over 30 years and are excited each time a new section has been improved. There are two restored 18th century buildings along the trail with interpretive signage to tell their story.
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